Tag: UK News

Men Up, a feature-length BBC drama, tells the story of a little-known Viagra trial and aims to get men talking and raise awareness about erectile dysfunction. The show is based on the story of a group of ordinary men who took part in the trial for Sildenafil UK-92,480, which became the popular drug known as… Continue reading Viagra: Can BBC show help men talk about erectile dysfunction?

Chris Marriott, a 46-year-old “Good Samaritan,” was helping an unconscious woman in Sheffield on Wednesday when he was hit by a car and killed. Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident, one of whom has been released on bail. Mr. Marriott’s family urged anyone with information about his death to contact police,… Continue reading Sheffield murder inquiry: Crash victim devoted his life to others, say family

The residence belonging to Manchester City footballer, Jack Grealish, was reportedly broken into by thieves during his team’s 3-1 victory against Everton in Liverpool. Law enforcement officials had been informed of the matter, and arrived at the Cheshire house at 21:50 GMT on Wednesday. The Sun newspaper alleges that £1m worth of jewellery and watches… Continue reading Jack Grealish: Man City footballer's Cheshire home targeted by burglars

On Thursday, three individuals died after their 4×4 vehicle was submerged in River Esk near Glaisdale in the North York Moors. A neighbour attempted to save them but the vehicle was quickly swept away by the river currents as they were attempting to cross a ford. Chris Ford, who lives nearby, had received a call… Continue reading River Esk deaths: Men trapped in 4×4 'were swept away'

BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood has tied the knot with her partner Steve in a wedding ceremony in Buckinghamshire. The 61-year-old meteorologist announced her engagement live on-air in 2022 from the Chelsea Flower Show while showing her engagement ring for the first time during a weather forecast. Kirkwood, who joined the BBC Weather Centre team… Continue reading BBC Weather presenter Carol Kirkwood announces marriage

Throughout 2023, Northern Ireland’s households and businesses remained under pressure from the cost of living. While interest rates were hiked up to 15-year highs, households were left to manage fluctuating costs. In January, the inflation rate was 10.1%, and households received £600 energy payments to help with energy bills. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak had pledged… Continue reading Business review 2023: Continued rise in cost of living

According to figures from some of the UK’s largest police forces, antisemitic hate crimes increased significantly in the month following the Hamas attack on Israel, while the situation regarding Islamophobic offences has been more mixed. The Community Safety Trust, a Jewish charity, has deemed the figures “shocking,” while campaigners against anti-Muslim abuse have found them… Continue reading Police record rise in religious hate crimes after Israel-Gaza war

Newly-released files show how then-Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher was left “shattered” by a 1980s memoir of a former spy. Spycatcher by ex-MI5 officer Peter Wright contained explosive claims about UK espionage operations. The UK government attempted to block the book’s release. The new files reveal the extent of panic over the memoir’s threatened publication. “The… Continue reading National Archives: Thatcher was desperate to stop Spycatcher publication

Dave Freeman spent about 20 years catering for some of the world’s top drivers as an ex-Formula One chef. During his time, he worked for teams such as BAR, Brawn, Force India, Jordan, McLaren, Red Bull, Toro Rosso, and Tyrrell. Freeman was born in Harlow, Essex, but grew up in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset. He served for… Continue reading Sushi with Schumacher: The life of a Formula 1 chef

A collection of captivating photographs from around the United Kingdom in 2023. The New Year was welcomed with fireworks lighting up the London skyline over Big Ben and the London Eye. Attendees were entertained with a tribute to the late Queen as more than 100,000 people gathered despite the wet weather. This was the UK’s… Continue reading Cheers, cattle and a coronation: Striking photos from the UK in 2023